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AMD A8-5600K vs AMD FX-8320. Specifications, performance, tests

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Released
Q3/2012
AMD A8-5600K
AMD A8-5600K
Released
Q4/2012
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AMD FX-8320
AMD FX-8320

Compare AMD A8-5600K VS AMD FX-8320. Which processor delivers superior performance?

In this detailed comparison, we evaluate the specifications and benchmarks of both processors to determine the best choice for your needs. We analyze their core counts, maximum frequencies, and power consumption.

AMD A8-5600K boasts a maximum frequency of 3.60 GHz GHz. 4 cores that enhance multitasking capabilities.With a power consumption of 100 W W, it ensures efficient performance.Released in Q3/2012, it incorporates the latest technology for optimal efficiency.

AMD FX-8320 features a maximum frequency of 3.50 GHz GHz. 8 cores designed for high-performance tasks.Its power consumption is 125 W W, providing a balance of power and efficiency.Launched in Q4/2012, it is built to handle demanding applications.

Differences

AMD A8-5600K Reasons to consider
AMD A8-5600K
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  • Place in the overall ranking

    (based on several benchmarks)

    1185 left arrow score
  • Higher clock speed

    Around 3% better clock speed

    3.60 GHz left arrow 3.50 GHz
  • Performance per watt

    times less performance per watt

    100 W left arrow 125 W

Positions in all rankings

Common positions AMD A8-5600K CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
    534 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
    467 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
    769 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    1133 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    1152 place
  • iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
    919 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
    622 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    661 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    442 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    537 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (iGPU, OpenGL)
    28 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    920 place
AMD FX-8320 Reasons to consider
AMD FX-8320
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  • Place in the overall ranking

    (based on several benchmarks)

    1072 left arrow score
  • More number of cores

    About 2 times more cores

    8 left arrow 4
  • Higher turbo clock speed

    Around 3 % better overclocked clock speed

    4.00 GHz left arrow 3.90 GHz

Positions in all rankings

Common positions AMD FX-8320 CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
    540 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
    395 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
    843 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
    493 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    1107 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    887 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
    615 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    386 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    419 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    293 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    640 place

Specifications

Technical data
AMD A8-5600K AMD A8-5600K
AMD FX-8320 AMD FX-8320
CPU family and group

Comprehensive background on the processors being compared, detailing their series, generation, and targeted market segment.

  • Segment
    Desktop / Server left arrow Desktop / Server
  • Family
    AMD A left arrow AMD FX
  • Generation
    2 left arrow 2
  • CPU group
    AMD A8-5000 left arrow AMD FX-8000
CPU Technical specs

Essential parameters including the number of cores, threads, base and turbo frequencies, and cache size. These metrics provide insight into the processor’s speed—higher values generally indicate better performance.

  • Frequency
    3.60 GHz left arrow 3.50 GHz
  • CPU Cores
    4 left arrow 8
  • Turbo (1 Core)
    3.90 GHz left arrow 4.00 GHz
  • CPU Threads
    4 left arrow 8
  • Hyperthreading
    No left arrow No
  • Overclocking
    Yes left arrow Yes
  • Core architecture
    normal left arrow normal
IGPU

The integrated graphics (iGPU) do not influence the CPU performance significantly; they serve as a substitute for a dedicated graphics card in the absence of one or are utilized in mobile devices.

  • GPU name
    AMD Radeon HD 7560D left arrow no iGPU
  • GPU frequency
    0.76 GHz left arrow
  • GPU (Turbo)
    No turbo left arrow No turbo
  • Execution units
    4 left arrow
  • Shader
    256 left arrow
  • Max. GPU Memory
    2 GB left arrow --
  • Max. displays
    2 left arrow
  • Generation
    4 left arrow
  • DirectX Version
    11 left arrow
  • Technology
    32 nm left arrow
  • Release date
    Q3/2012 left arrow
Hardware codec support

This section details the built-in codecs used for encoding and decoding media content, which significantly enhance processing speed and efficiency.

  • h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
    No left arrow No
  • h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
    No left arrow No
  • h264
    Decode left arrow No
  • VP9
    No left arrow No
  • VP8
    No left arrow No
  • AV1
    No left arrow No
  • AVC
    Decode left arrow No
  • VC-1
    Decode left arrow No
  • JPEG
    Decode / Encode left arrow No
Memory specs & PCI

Overview of the types and quantities of RAM supported by AMD FX-8320 and AMD A8-5600K. The supported memory frequencies may vary depending on the motherboard configuration.

  • Memory type
    DDR3-1866 left arrow DDR3-1866
  • ECC
    No left arrow Yes
  • Memory channels
    2 left arrow 2
Encryption
  • AES-NI
    Yes left arrow Yes
Thermal Management

Analyze the TDP (Thermal Design Power) requirements of AMD A8-5600K and AMD FX-8320 to make an informed decision on the appropriate cooling system. Remember that TDP refers to thermal watts, not electrical watts.

  • TDP (PL1)
    100 W left arrow 125 W
Technologies and extensions

Information on architecture, interfaces, and additional instructions supported by AMD A8-5600K and AMD FX-8320, including virtual machine technologies and fabrication processes.

  • Instruction set (ISA)
    x86-64 (64 bit) left arrow x86-64 (64 bit)
  • Virtualization
    AMD-V left arrow AMD-V
  • ISA extensions
    SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, FMA3, FMA4 left arrow SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, FMA3, FMA4
  • L3-Cache
    4.00 MB left arrow 8.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Trinity (Piledriver) left arrow Vishera (Bulldozer)
  • Technology
    32 nm left arrow 32 nm
  • Socket
    FM2 left arrow AM3+
  • Release date
    Q3/2012 left arrow Q4/2012

Benchmarks

Performance tests CPUs

By analyzing the results from various benchmarks, you can gain a clearer understanding of the performance differences between AMD A8-5600K and AMD FX-8320.

Compare the synthetic benchmark scores and make an informed decision on the best processor for your needs!

Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
Cinebench R20 SC is a high load CPU test for long tasks on a desktop or notebook PC, uses one CPU core, with no hypetrading
193
AMD A8-5600K
188
AMD FX-8320
Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
Cinebench R20 MC is a high load CPU test for long tasks on a desktop or notebook PC, using a multi-core and hyperthreading
611
AMD A8-5600K
1082
AMD FX-8320
Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
The Cinebench R15 MC stresses the computing modules of a desktop or laptop computer to their limits and accurately determines the key performance parameters of the hardware
280
AMD A8-5600K
608
AMD FX-8320
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5 SC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
501
AMD A8-5600K
522
AMD FX-8320
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 5 MC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
1396
AMD A8-5600K
2489
AMD FX-8320
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 3 SC for one CPU core, includes stress tests simulating real 3D scenarios for Windows, Mac, Linux, Ansroid, iOS
2011
AMD A8-5600K
2042
AMD FX-8320
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 3 MC using a multi-core and hyperthreading, includes stress tests simulating real 3D scenarios for Windows, Mac, Linux, Ansroid, iOS
4513
AMD A8-5600K
10211
AMD FX-8320
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in single-core mode, based on CINEMA 4D
1
AMD A8-5600K
1.06
AMD FX-8320
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in multi-core mode and hyperthreading, based on CINEMA 4D
3.2
AMD A8-5600K
6.35
AMD FX-8320
Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
PassMark is a test suite that performs complex mathematical calculations to determine CPU performance on file compression, encryption and physics-related tasks
4359
AMD A8-5600K
8291
AMD FX-8320

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